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We’re No. 1 — Wyoming ranks tops in trails

Wyoming ranks first as America’s top hiking destination, according to a new study.

Wyoming Walks — Learn Weston County history while walking

History buffs and walking enthusiasts are not the only ones who will enjoy a walk down memory lane with this year’s W

Project concerns — Easement delayed as talks continue

The Weston County Commission is holding off on approving an easement agreement with property owner Ted Ertman for a s

In Ex-Sess — July, 2025

The News Letter Journal reviewed the minutes of each of these four governing bodies' 2024 meetings to determine which

Drawing the line — WYDOT announces county striping projects

Next week the Wyoming Department of Transportation will be completing several epoxy striping projects in northeast Wy

Scanner sting — Travel commission leader charged with felony

The Joint Judiciary Committee of the Wyoming State Legislature advanced legislation a week ago to address a growing s

Districting in discussion

Editor's note: This story has been updated to correct an issue with the explanation of the Founders' Plan.

Mental health help — Weston County will benefit from grant

A newly announced $2.4 million grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust will bring virtual crisis care to Wyoming, an

Bates sentenced

Arlee Duwayne Bates, 49, of Weston County, was sentenced on July 31, 2025, to six to 10 years of imprisonment for the

Upton school year starts Aug. 18

School starts Aug. 18 for Weston County School District No.

Board is back at full strength — Hospital vacancies filled with only applicants

Weston County Health Services trustees elected Dottie Sylte and William Curley on Aug.

Budget change — Reporting change leads to apparent reduction in budget

A change in the county’s budget reporting style resulted in the apparent $8 million decrease in the county budget, ac

Episode 43 — How We're Saving the NLJ

Bob and Alexis go off the page in the wake of the unexpected closure of 8 Wyoming newspapers to explain the state of

Biker dies in wreck — Motorcyclist dies in Aug. 1 collision with SUV

A man died in a motorcycle-sport utility vehicle collision the evening of Aug. 1 south of Newcastle on U.S.

Connect from anywhere — Lummis staff to hold remote hours

Staff for U.S.

What’s it worth? — Grant will help fund EMS assessment

Campbell County Health will begin working with communities it serves throughout northeast Wyoming in the coming days

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